The Vikings also need additional funds for a Danielle Hunter extension.Īnd bear in mind that only the top 51 players currently count against the cap, and all players - including the 53 on the active roster and those on injured reserve - will count after the final cut in early September. And when Justin Jefferson’s extension is done, his cap number this year should rise by about $3 million above his current $4.175 million cap hit for 2023 (as a large signing bonus would be spread over many years to lower the initial cap hit). Yes, the Vikings need a good chunk of their new-found salary cap room to sign the five-man draft class led by first-round pick Jordan Addison (whose first-year cap number will be approximately $2.7 million). Kansas City, MO, USA Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Justin Houston (50) against the New England Patriots during the AFC championship game at Arrowhead Stadium. As a playoff team last season in need of defensive help, the Vikings could be attractive to Houston and Peters, and perhaps they could be signed at a bargain rate on a one-year deal. They’re both still available and reportedly attracting plenty of interest in this post-draft phase of free agency. The Vikings Should Explore 2 Particular Free Agents I’m thinking specifically of two members of last year’s top 10 Ravens defense - edge rusher Justin Houston and cornerback Marcus Peters. Now that Za’Darius Smith has finally been traded ( to Cleveland) to free up salary cap space and the Vikings have an estimated $12.7 million of cap room, they should fortify their 31st-ranked defense from last season by adding a couple of potential impact free agents still on the market.
Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports. East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA Baltimore Ravens linebacker Justin Houston (50) talks with teammates during the first half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium.
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